9 K-drama filming locations every fan must visit on their dream trip to Korea

by CoCo Kdrama on Wed, Apr 26, 2017

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Every K-drama fan dreams of making the perfect pilgrimage to South Korea to see the gorgeous filming sites of their favorite Korean dramas. I was recently able to take the trip of a lifetime, thanks to the
Korea Tourism Organization, and here are 9 of my absolute favorite K-drama sets that you must add to your list!

This stunning island resort is not only the perfect romantic getaway, but it also checks off the list for fans of popular K-dramas
Boys Over Flowers and Secret Garden. Who could forget the way Jun Pyo tried to seduce Jan Di at this island getaway, or the perfect kiss between Kim Joo Won and Gil Ra Im on the bench overlooking the ocean?

This incredible film set contains three villages that are perfect replicas of what Seoul looked like in the 50s, 60s, and 70s. Countless dramas and movies have been filmed here, including
Baker King Kim Tak Goo and Gangnam Blues. The set is also very interesting for history buffs as it doubles as an interactive museum. You can dress up in clothes from the past and walk the streets,and even eat traditional Korean street food. My favorite part was seeing young couples dress up and take cute photos together, and older people dress up in the uniforms they grew up wearing to relive their youth. This is a definite must-see place on your Korean vacation!

This was one of my favorite stops of the whole trip, and it was a total surprise! We set out to find the Coffee Prince Cafe, but ended up here at what was
Lee Sun Gyun's house in Coffee Prince. I absolutely loved this house in the drama, and it's amazing to see it in real life. Luckily, it is now a cafe that you can enjoy, and it has the most amazing views!

Live Tour

Visiting the house from Coffee Prince, now a cafe! 🍵☕️
Sanmotoonge Cafe: 97-5 Buam-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea

Every true
Coffee Prince fan must see where all the magic happened in real life at the real Coffee Prince Cafe! The cafe is full of signed memorabilia from the cast, and is a really fun stroll down memory lane.

In the film
Architecture 101, Seung Min realizes his dream of becoming an architect and builds his first love Seo Yeon's dream house. It is now a gorgeous cafe in real life, and definitely worth the stop to see, not only the fun tributes to the hit film and the cool architecture, but also the stunning ocean views!

This bright and fun cafe set the backdrop for where Lee Jung Joo and Baek Gun Woo worked and fell in love in
Jeju Island Gatsby (Warm and Cozy). The cozy cafe serves a variety of different delicious drinks and has ocean views to die for, not to mention the adorable corgis just begging to be pet!

7. Mint Restaurant (Glass House)

2/F, Phoenix Island Resort, 127-2 Seongsan-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju

This incredibly beautiful restaurant not only has the most delicious food and amazing views, but it was also the setting for such dramas as
Boys Over Flowers, Legend of the Blue Sea, and Queen In Hyun's Man. Stroll the stunning grounds to walk in the steps of the stars, and indulge in a "Western style" meal to feel really fancy!

Lie to Me was my very first K-drama, so this location is special to my heart! When Gong Ah Jung runs off to work at a museum on Jeju Island, Hyun Ki Joon chases after her, and they have a beautiful reunion set against the stunning turquoise waters, white sand, and black volcanic rocks of this beach.

Home to countless K-drama scenes, like
Oh My Ghostess and Boys Over Flowers, come to Seoul Tower to see a 360 degree view of Seoul, place a romantic love lock declaring your undying affection to your partner, and relive your favorite K-drama moments!

Live Tour

Putting on a love lock at Seoul Tower ❤️
For an amazing tour guide contact Ryan at Good Day Tour at gooddaytourusa@gmail.com

While there are many more K-drama shooting locations to see, these were my favorite and most memorable. I'd like to thank the
Korean Tourism Organization for sending me, and my tour guide Ryan at at Good Day Tour for organizing an amazing trip. If you are looking for a great guide for your Korean vacation, contact him at gooddaytourusa@gmail.com.

Which of these locations do you plan to visit? Which ones do you recommend? Comment below!